The Buff Restaurant, is one of Boulder's older restaurants and considered one of the best breakfast spots in town. Its named after the university mascot, and here the friendly owners offer affordable breakfasts alongside southwestern and traditional American lunches. Many of the burgers are made with Bison instead of beef, however both are available upon request, and if you've never tried Bison before, it's a healthier alternative to beef and some say tastes better! The breakfasts are delicious and huge, the staff friendly and prompt even during rushes, and overall, The Buff is simply one of the best restaurants in Boulder.
Most breakfast & brunch restaurants start with the same script: eggs, batter, coffee & a big ol' griddle. We've found scripts are a lot like pancakes, they're best when flipped, so we're always looking to turn the best breakfast classics upside-down & on their side. Stop by for delicious pancakes, french toast, benedicts, breakfast burritos, oatmeal, breakfast sandwiches, bacon & more! From paleo to vegetarian & vegan or dairy free & gluten free friendly, we'll happily accommodate food allergies & diets. We want each morning to feel like your weekend & happy hour rolled into one, so our restaurants feature a full bar with alcoholic beverages. From mimosas to bloody marys, margaritas & local craft beers, we've got cocktails & brews covered!
What makes OAK at Fourteenth stand apart from other restaurants? It's the fact that restaurant uses an oak-fired oven and grill, giving the food that distinct, smoky taste. Ingredients used here are fresh and locally grown, and also organic. The pasta's are prepared in-house and the Kale salad is magnificent. Try the Fried Green Tomatoes with Tuna tartar and the Yuzu Guacamole is out of this world.
Located in Downtown Boulder, on the 16th Street, Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant is a part of the Three Leaf Concepts group of restaurants. The menu at Leaf is thick with gluten-free, vegan dishes prepared with fresh, local organic ingredients. These awesome innovative meatless concepts are absolutely delicious and major crowd pullers. The Jamaican jerk tempeh comes highly recommended, drop in for delectable yet healthy treat.
This quaint restaurant near the Pearl Street Mall is nestled in a Victorian house complete with a large porch and deck. The staff is friendly, and the food is wonderful. Make sure to get here early on weekends, as the place is always packed. The chef creates delicious Louisiana-style fusion, with breakfast selections that include fresh baked biscuits, waffles and 'Eggs Sardou', a Creole specialty. Fresh fruit and cereal are also available and the lunch menu offers salads and/or Po'Boy sandwiches.
The Parkway Café is Boulder, Colorado's favorite café and hometown diner. Whether you're looking for classical comfort food or delicious Mexican cuisine The Parkway Café has you covered. Enjoy a slice of French toast as you sip on a perfect cup of coffee, fresh from the roasters at Bona Coffee. Chow down on a burger, sandwich, or melt for dinner, or branch out and try one of our signature Mexican entrees. When you dine at The Parkway Café you can rest assured that you'll be having delicious, fresh food that is served with a smile every time. Swing by for lunch with friends, grab a hearty breakfast before work, or sit down for a homemade dinner with the entire family. Experience Boulder, Colorado's best kept secret and come visit us today!
If romance is on the agenda, head up into the hills to the Flagstaff House for a dining experience like no other. Built in 1929 as a retreat cabin, the spot resides on the side of the eponymous mountain and it overlooks Boulder and the surrounding foothills. The dining area is the epitome of sophistication and mountain elegance, highlighted by a greenhouse-like glass dining pavilion that provides stunning views. The main courses include offerings such as grilled Alaskan King Salmon and Buffalo Filet Mignon. One other side note, its wine cellar stores more than 20,000 bottles, so you are assured the perfect bottle!
Thanks to a fishing trawler called “Overnight Delivery,” this restaurant is able to serve some of the freshest seafood in town. The daily happy hour(s) from 4-6pm everyday feature 1.25USD East Coast Oysters and 5USD cocktails. The dining room is bedecked in wharf decor and can get quite small and crowded at this time. Both the catfish, which comes blackened or grilled, and the tuna, which is a thick center of Mahi served rare, are popular dishes recommended by locals.
